The writing style is simple and blends in shades of contemporary into historical fiction. This story is a heady combination of adventure, fantasy, politics, and romance.
Author: Lalitha Ramanathan
Lalitha is an aspiring writer and a dreamer. She works in Finance and is mother to a high-energy eight year old who is the centre of her world. She likes to blog about anything and everything; writing makes her happy!
A Second Chance
A Second Chance is an enjoyable and endearing read. Padma and Naren stay with you even after you have finished the book. This is a feel-good story that reinforces the belief that everyone deserves a second chance, regardless of age.
Tanaji & The Treasure Trail
This story is a great way to teach children history; young readers will love this! While this book is written for young readers, it can be enjoyed by adults as well.
The Reluctant Doctor: Stilettos to Stethoscopes
This memoir will have you tearing up in places and cheering in others. It has much potential to be made into a full-fledged OTT series, reminiscent of a Grey’s Anatomy or a New Amsterdam.
Eye Spy Some Truths and a Lie
Lalitha Ramanathan shares the story ‘Eye Spy Some Truths and a Lie’ for #FlashFiction4 submission for Tale-a-thlon. Read it here. The window for #submission closes tonight at 11:59pm, so if you’re participating, send in your #stories now.
Reaching for the Moon
Lalitha Ramanathan shares the story ‘Reaching for the Moon’ for #FlashFiction Prompt 3 at #TaleathlonS3.
Submission for the challenge is open till 11:59pm today.
The Grande Matriarch of Malabar
A memorable read that lands an important message; with the concept of joint family disappearing, how should heritage buildings be conserved, or will they fall victim to modernization?
Who Wants to Marry Kai Juicewala?
The book is a heartwarming read that reinforces the importance of living life King-size. Everyone needs a Bawi friend with a penchant for melodrama in their lives!
Roman Salon
Dolly paced up and down, feeling inadequate. The members of her kitty club were conquering new frontiers. Pinky had opened a cupcake shop, and Sweety’s
The Great Indian Tamasha
Rasika Bhatia’s The Great India Tamasha is a laugh riot and a book that deserves its TV series or reality show! Rasika is the founder of Wedding Commitments, a bespoke wedding planning company. Her wedding planning experiences pull us into the crazy, chaotic world of the big fat Indian wedding.
My Gay Brother’s Wedding
The story is fresh and maintains a fast pace throughout, there are quite a few unexpected twists. The reader will enjoy the bits of Shakespearean dialogues interspersed during the rehearsals and in the riddles that Varsha formulates. The author has captured the pulse of a small town in Karnataka, right from the customs, food, and traditions. The twist at the end takes the reader by surprise, making you feel happy and sad at the same time.
Tinsel Town Affair
This novel captures the pulse of Tinsel Town- the glamour, the glitz, the gossip, the good, the bad, and the ugly. It is a refreshing take on the struggles of an artiste, their friendships, success, failure, and self-discovery. The standout in this book is the humour; it isn’t stereotypical and is genuinely funny and refreshing. This book can be read in one day and in one go.
Eighty Hours to Save Karen
The plot is unique and has chills and thrills. The initial hints of occult and fiendish villains make it quite spooky. Mathew’s character has been well etched to depict the troubled protagonist battling regrets from the past. The final reveal and explanation takes the reader by surprise.
Ties of Blood
The author’s language is simple and sophisticated; the reader longs to sample the smooth and silky Divine chocolate that she describes in detail. What works for the book is its breakneck pace, twists, and theme of corporate espionage.
Independence
Independence is not just a nation’s quest; it is the journey of three women who dared to defy the norms of their times and sought independence to pursue their passions.
Captain Khadoos
I do laud the courage and creativity of the author to write on a subject that is often considered taboo and blend it with something entertaining like sport, rendering a novel presentation. Cricket lovers will enjoy this book which carries a unique message on mental health.
Stars from the Borderless Sea
The plots are predictable to a degree- you know what is waiting at the end, but the journey in itself, and the growth of the character, are what makes the reading experience one of a kind.
The Fire Ant’s Sting
This book is a bold and no-holds-barred read that immerses the reader in its exquisite journey of myriad emotions. Some of these stories haunt you long after you have read them.
Dakshin: South Indian Myths and Fables Retold
This book is a perfect blend of history, mythology, folklore, and tradition, helping the reader learn about the culture and customs of a community. What is intriguing is how the author introduces each story and explains its origin, be it a folktale, a regional song, or just a story narrated to him by his teacher or family. He also correlates the locations with current geography. The narrative includes many regional words, making it authentic.